The New Beginnings Free Methodist Church, 414 Center Ave., offers a free clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 14.

Everyone is welcome. Come to the rear of the church. For more information, call Sally Perkins at 724-290-2384.

BRADY TWP — Join the Jennings Environmental Education Center staff for a new series of programs designed for active senior citizens. The third in this series will be from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday.Learn about the history of the Brydon coal mine, on-site at Jennings, 2951 Prospect Road. Discover the pollution that runs out of the mine and investigate the measures taken to improve the water quality.This program is free, but registration is required by Monday. Register online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov or by calling the center at 724-794-6011.

JEFFERSON TWP — Concordia Lutheran Ministries has its annual Oktoberfest celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 5 at Haven I, 112 Marwood Road, Entrance 2A.For the children, there will be balloon artists, a caricature artist, pony rides, games, crafts, hayrides, and a bounce castle.Festivities include evening fireworks, a beer tent, baked goods from area congregations, and a rummage sale.The Concordia Visiting Nurses will provide flu vaccines in the Haven I Lobby area.The Concordia food service staff will prepare a German-themed menu.The event is open to the community, and admission is free.For more information, call Concordia public relations at 724-352-1571, Ext. 8266.